Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 A.I. Cerakote 20 Gauge (model 12311) is a right-hand, semi-automatic inertia driven shotgun with a 28 inch barrel, 2-3/4 and 3 inch chamber, and 3+1 capacity, purpose-built for serious waterfowl hunters who demand maximum performance from a lightweight 20 gauge platform. With its GORE OPTIFADE Marsh stock and Midnight Bronze Cerakote barrel and receiver, this Super Black Eagle 3 A.I. Cerakote delivers advanced pattern performance, premium protection, and all-day comfort in harsh wetland conditions.
Key Features
- Model number / part number: 12311
- Gauge: 20 gauge
- Chamber: 2-3/4 inch and 3 inch
- Capacity: 3+1 rounds
- Barrel length: 28 inch
- Finish: GORE OPTIFADE Marsh stock, Midnight Bronze Cerakote barrel and receiver
- Action: semi-automatic, inertia driven system
- Stock configuration: ComforTech 3
- Overall length: 49.5 inches
- Weight: 5.9 pounds
- Length of pull: 14-1/8 inches
- Drop at comb: 1-3/8 inches
- Drop at heel: 2-1/8 inches
- Sight: red-bar front sight
- Extended chokes included: A.I. Extended Crio C, IC, M, IM, F
- Grip: standard
- Size: standard
- Hand dominance: right hand
- Drilled and tapped: yes
Special Features
- Advanced Impact barrel system is engineered to deliver tighter, more uniform patterns and increased on-target energy for cleaner kills at extended ranges on ducks and geese.
- Midnight Bronze Cerakote on the barrel and receiver provides a tough, corrosion-resistant finish that helps guard against salt spray, moisture, and rough field use.
- Full GORE OPTIFADE Marsh coverage on the Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 A.I. Cerakote 20 Gauge (model 12311) gives high-end concealment in cattails, flooded grain, and open marsh environments where wary birds circle and inspect spreads.
- Inertia Driven operating system offers clean, adjustment-free cycling from light 2-3/4 inch field loads to heavy 3 inch magnums with minimal maintenance and no gas system to foul.
- ComforTech 3 stock with integrated chevrons and Combtech cheek padding is designed to spread out impulse, lessen facial impact, and support quicker follow-up shots during long hunts.
- Crio system cryogenically treated barrel and extended choke tubes are built to produce denser, more consistent patterns and reduce shot deformation.
- Easy Locking bolt system helps ensure consistent lockup so the shotgun stays in battery across a broad range of loads.
- Oversized controls support fast, sure operation with cold or gloved hands in late-season conditions.
- Chrome-plated bore improves corrosion resistance and simplifies cleaning after tough days on the water.
- Five included A.I. Extended Crio choke tubes (C, IC, M, IM, F) provide a wide range of pattern options from close decoy work to longer passing shots.
- Minimum recommended load of 2-dram, 3/4 ounce shells offers a clear starting point for reliable cycling.
Practical Benefits
- An ideal 20 gauge choice for dedicated waterfowlers who want a lighter gun that still delivers authoritative patterns and extended-range performance on ducks and geese.
- At 5.9 pounds with a 28 inch barrel, the Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 A.I. Cerakote 20 Gauge (model 12311) is easy to carry through marsh, mud, and frozen fields while still swinging smoothly on fast, crossing birds.
- ComforTech 3, Combtech, and the Advanced Impact barrel system work together to support comfortable shooting, reduced fatigue, and high-confidence hits in demanding conditions.
- The included A.I. Extended Crio choke set and drilled-and-tapped receiver give you flexibility to tailor patterns and optics for everything from tight timber shots to open water setups.
The Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 A.I. Cerakote 20 Gauge (model 12311) is a reliable pick and smart addition for serious waterfowl hunters seeking a lightweight, inertia driven 20 gauge with advanced barrel technology, premium Cerakote protection, and optimized marsh concealment.
| MANUFACTURER | BENELLI |
| MODEL | SUPER BLACK EAGLE 3 |
| CALIBER | 20 GA |
| TYPE | SHOTGUN |
| IMPORTER | BENELLI USA CORP. |